The Institute of Advanced Studies at Nicolaus Copernicus University (IAS@NCU) is a university-wide strategic research unit dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary excellence at the highest international level.
IAS@NCU aspires to become a leading European centre of research excellence – a place where outstanding scholars address the most pressing questions of our time. The Institute's vision is of Nicolaus Copernicus University recognised globally: a university that attracts talented researchers from around the world.
The Institute's mission is to foster cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research addressing key scientific and societal challenges, while strengthening the international position of Nicolaus Copernicus University. IAS@NCU creates conditions for collaboration across disciplines, career stages, and national boundaries, supporting both established and emerging researchers.
IAS@NCU focuses on four strategic research areas, defined according to NCU's scientific potential and global civilisational challenges:
NCU’s priority research area focused on improving healthcare through better disease discovery, diagnostics, and therapies.
NCU's priority research area seeking to improve human well-being by studying the effects of cultural diversity and development of Artificial Intelligence on how we understand the world and interact with each other.
NCU's area focused on research in biodiversity, environmental protection, climate change, and how we can foster a healthy coexistence between humans and the natural environment.
NCU's area focused on research on novel materials and technologies, such as nanostructures, polymers, quantum communication, and personalized medicine.
